A multi-vehicle crash has shut a stretch of the M25 this morning – sparking travel chaos as drivers try to return to work after the Bank Holiday.
A lorry carrying hay bales burst into flames following the smash which occurred anti-clockwise between junction 25 at Enfield and junction 24 at Potters Bar.
The fire started just before 5.30am this morning, causing massive delays just before the start of rush hour.
It is understood that queues have already built up to at least seven miles – with drivers brought to a standstill.
National Highways has reported delays of up to at least 90 minutes – with a diversion in place that passes through London’s ULEZ zone.
A spokesperson for Highways England said: ‘The M25 anti-clockwise in Hertfordshire is closed between J25 Waltham Cross Interchange (Enfield, Hertford A10) and J24 Potters Bar Interchange (Potters Bar, A111).
‘This is due to a multi-vehicle collision. Metropolitan Police, London Fire Brigade, East of England Ambulance Service and National Highways Traffic Officers are attending.
‘Traffic within the closure is being released past the scene.’
A lorry carrying hay bales burst into flames following the smash which occurred anti-clockwise between junction 25 at Enfield and junction 24 at Potters Bar
National Highways has reported delays of up to at least 90 minutes – with a diversion in place that passes through London’s ULEZ zone
The fire started just before 5.30am this morning, causing massive delays just before the start of rush hour
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